How far is Kukak, AK from Kodiak, AK?
The driving distance from Kukak, AK to Kodiak, AK is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kukak and Kodiak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kukak and Kodiak.
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Start on the route
2491 ft · 3 min
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Turn left onto Malina Street
1145 ft · 52 sec · Malina Street
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Turn right onto Birch Drive
721 ft · 35 sec · Birch Drive
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Turn right onto Kizhuyak Drive
2.3 mi · 6 min · Kizhuyak Drive
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Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
16.9 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
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Turn sharp right onto Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak-Ouzinkie
15.5 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Alaska Marine Highway - Kodiak-Ouzinkie
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Continue straight
57 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto Marine Way East
27 m · 6 sec · Marine Way East
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Turn right onto Center Street
586 ft · 28 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Mill Bay Road
6 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Bay Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kukak and Kodiak.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
Turn left onto Alaska Marine Highway - Ouzinkie-Port Lions
16.9 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Heavy Rain leaving Kukak and Light Rain near Kodiak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kukak to Kodiak?
The road trip is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km) and usually takes 01h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ouzinkie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Kukak and 54.1 miles from Kodiak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM AKDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM AKDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.65 one way or $25.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Heavy Rain around Kukak and Light Rain near Kodiak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kukak and Kodiak. Straight-line distance: 75.32 mi (121.21 km).
#1 Kukak
This Alaskan location is situated on the northeastern part of Kodiak Island, nestled along the Shelikof Strait.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 58.3328100, -154.1907100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kodiak
City in Alaska, USA
| Population | 5,808 |
| Coordinates | 57.7885200, -152.4053300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mill Bay Road (-152.405348, 57.788533)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.98 | $12.65 | $25.31 |
| Mid-grade | $5.23 | $13.29 | $26.57 |
| Premium | $5.45 | $13.84 | $27.68 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $16.69 | $33.38 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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